Since 2000, GTECH Legs for Literacy has grown into the largest running event in New Brunswick!

Mark October 25th on your calendars for the 2015 GTECH Legs for Literacy event. Last year was our biggest and best event to date. Thanks to the support of our sponsors and participants, we donated $128,000 to local literacy initiatives in 2014! Our 2015 planning has already begun so stay tuned for updates over the coming months at www.legsforliteracy.com or on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/LegsforLiteracyCourirPourLire.

Once again we will feature four races- 5k, 10k, half and full marathons. Based on runner feedback, runners really enjoy our route: we plan some minor adjustments that will be designed to make it even better. We will also have a Youth Athletic Event on race weekend. This year it will take place at Centennial Park. Encourage your children to take part.

Did you know -

This year we will be a RunNB Running Room Super Series Event for the marathon distance.

February 1, 2015 - Registration is now open! Click here to register. We have a new pricing structure. Register early to take advantage of our lowest rate.

News - Legs for Literacy 2014

December 15, 2014 - Our annual general meeting will take place on January 13th, 7:00PM, in the Northrop Frye Room at the Moncton Public Library located at 644 Main Street, Moncton, NB. To ensure we have adequate seating capacity, we would appreciate a response if you plan to attend - legsforliteracy.com.

October 27, 2014 - "How do I get my New Brunswick ( Maritime or Ultimate) Challenge medal?" Anyone looking for these medals should email info@marathonbythesea.com - include clarification about what medal you are looking for, name and mailing address.

October 24, 2014 - This year RBC has generously supported us and has several employees participating in the event. We would like to thank them for their $2,500.00 donation and their employees for helping contribute to an event that promotes an active lifestyle while raising money for a good cause

October 19, 2014 - We now have a 10K Nordic Walk category. If you intend to participate in the Nordic Walk (poles mandatory), please email legsforliteracy.com and we will switch your registration to the Nordic Walk event. Please note - you will pick up your bib at the 10K table at the Expo.

October 1, 2014 - Celebrate at the Coors Light After-Party - Shaped by a partnership between Coors Light and the Old Triangle, this year participants, volunteers, family and friends are invited to the Coors Light After Party, immediately following the G-TECH Legs for Literacy. And talk about convenient – the Old Triangle is immediately across the street from the Finish Line and the CO-OP Celebration Plaza.The fun starts at 12 pm! See you there…!

September 29, 2014 - Don’t forget that September 30th is the deadline for getting your name on your bib. No event switches can be made after that time unless done at the Goodlife Fitness Expo during kit pickup (as long as we are not sold out)

September 3, 2014 - This year we are capping our event at 3600 registrations. We will be sending alerts via Facebook and Twitter as we near the maximum on each event. We are currently 47% full.

September 3, 2014 - Goodlife Fitness will be returning as Expo sponsor for 2014. Look for the red tent when you pick up your kit. Not running the event this year, stop by the expo anyway and check out our vendors and special speakers. Check our web site closer to race day for more details.

September 3, 2014 - CO-OP will be sponsoring our Celebration Plaza this year. Look for the tent of refreshments after you cross the finish line and reward yourself for a job well done! Thank you CO-OP!

September 3, 2014 - We are pleased to announce that Co-op will be sponsoring the Family Run-Walk event at Centennial Park on Saturday, October 25th. Bring the kids and encourage them to participant in this great event supporting Moncton Headstart Inc. There will be a one and two kilometer distance. Register: http://legsforliteracy.com/en/home/theevent/funrun.aspx. Cost is $10.00 and each child will receive a race bib, Medal, t-shirt, and snacks.

September 3, 2014 - Thank you to the City of Moncton for approving the route changes necessary to take our 5k and 10k events off the trail and on to the streets. New routes, less congestion, details and map to follow soon.

August 23, 2014 - We are pleased to announce that the ”Fondation des caisses populaires acadiennes” is Legs for Literacy newest race sponsor. They will be the title sponsor of our 5K event.

August 12, 2014 - Last year we required over 450 volunteers to help put on a first class event. This year we need even more! What a great opportunity to come out and support your friends and family as they participate in our event. Anyone interested in sharing some of their time and energy with us, please email legsforliteracy.com.

July 29, 2014 - GTECH Legs for Literacy and the Running Room are looking for Pace Bunnies for our 2014 event. NEW THIS YEAR, we have introduced a pace bunny for the 10k which will complement the pace bunnies we’ve had other years for the half and full marathons. For more information, follow this link - http://legsforliteracy.com/en/home/volunteer/pacebunnies.aspx

July 15, 2014 - We would like to welcome back the following sponsors : GTECH (Spielo), Recharge with Milk, Goodlife Fitness, Medavie Blue Cross, Majesta, Subway, and Co-op. More announcements coming soon.

March 31, 2014 - Want more of a challenge? If you also complete the Maritime Challenge (Saint John Marathon by the Sea, Halifax Blue Nose Marathon, and PEI Marathon) you will qualify for the Atlantic Chip Ultimate Running Challenge Medal. Get more details HERE.

March 18, 2014 - Our donation total for 2013 was $90,000.00. Our last recipients were Francophone Sud with $36,036.00, and Anglophone East with $43,164.00. Check out our year to year donation breakdown here.

January 7, 2014 - Our annual general meeting will take place on January 20th, 7:30PM, in the DEC room at the Anglophone East District Office at 1077 St. George Boulevard, Moncton, NB. To ensure we have adequate seating capacity, we would appreciate a response if you plan to attend - legsforliteracy.com